Barge holidays 2016 Discover Belgium & France the relaxing way...

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1 Barge holidays 2016 Discover Belgium & France the relaxing way... KR-line P.O. Box Brugge Belgium T: E:

2 KR-line P.O. Box 19 tel: Bruges Belgium web: Cruising on a luxury hotel barge The motorship Johanna is a recently beautifully converted hotel barge operating in Belgium and France. On her different routes, she cruises on meandering rivers and calm canals visiting Flanders Fields in the West or the Unesco world heritage art cities like Bruges and Ghent, discovering the French Champagne and Loire regions or arriving in Paris the unusual way. Traveling on board Johanna is experiencing peace and tranquility as you pass trough the quiet countryside, picturesque villages and historic towns. It also means enjoying delicious regional cuisine, daily prepared on board with fresh local ingredients and served with renowned Belgian beers or French wine. The ship provides very comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests in three spacious twin or queen-size bedded cabins with en suite bathrooms and reversible air conditioning throughout the ship. She is furnished in a contemporary style, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. There is a large dining room and saloon where picture windows offer a superb view on the surroundings. The demonstration galley allows guests to see the chef at work. CD/iPod sound system and Internet connection are available for guests use. Johanna has a spacious sun deck with alfresco dining area. Your hosts, Kris and Patsie, are living on the ship and welcome you as their guests. Their main goal is to offer you a relaxing and pleasant holiday on board. They provide you with all necessary information on the ship and places to visit. Daily excursions are planned to local castles, vineyards, and selected locations of special interest. Cycling maps and a mobile GPS are available for those who want to explore the country further away from the mooring places on their own.

3 Exploring France by barge La douce France, a country created for holidays! Be it the Light City of Paris or the picturesque rural villages, Johanna brings you to all these places and more. Cruising amidst the vineyards of the Champagne region or entering Paris on the Seine are unforgettable experiences. Take a stroll along the Seine or taste champagne at a local winery. Daily guided minibus excursions to hand picked locations. You can even discover the region on your own by bike, meeting your floating hotel at the next mooring place. But why not lazily stay on board enjoying a cool drink on the sundeck while admiring the passing landscape, visiting the next village upon arrival. In the evening, you are served a freshly cooked 3 course dinner with local ingredients. Our main cruising areas in France: - Bruges - Paris: 14 days of leisure and peace. Visit many small villages and historic towns with their century old churches and cathedrals. We also do not forget the many WWI memorials along the route. - Champagne region: From Château-Thierry and Epernay to Reims. You will be learning all there is to know about wine growing and champagne production. Relax on board and enjoy the view of the vineyards. Visit some champagne houses to taste the bubbles... - Haute Seine to Loire: Two cruises in the beautiful area known as the food basket of Paris. Our northern cruise brings you from the Seine, along the river Loing to Montargis, Venice of the Gâtinais. Visit the Chateaux of Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte. Our southern cruise from Montargis to Châtillon-sur-Loire takes us over the famous canal bridge of Briare and along the staircase locks of Rogny-les-7-ecluses. We also visit the city of Gien with its famous faience museum. You can even combine the 2 cruises to a 14 day trip at a reduced price.

4 Bruges - Paris (14 days) 1 Brugge: Welcome aboard. Visit the historic city center of Brugge, UNESCO world heritage. 2 Deinze: Sailing along the beautiful canal from to Aalter where your guide awaits you for a trip to Ghent to see the Saint Bavo Cathedral and the Mystic Lamb of Van Eyck and other historic sites. Return to the ship in Deinze via picturesque Sint-Martens-Lathem on the meandering Lys. 3 Menen: We pass trough Kortrijk and moor in the border city of Menen for the night. France is just on the other side. Visit of Ypres with the Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate. 4 Lille: Entering France into the Lille Metropole area. Sail with us on the rivers Lys and Deule and moor in the city center. The historic city of Lille is nowadays bustling with life and modern art. Wherever you go, there is something to see or visit, enjoy a coffee or listen to street musicians... 5 Douai: Today brings us to the old university city of Douai with it's famous belfry tower and carillon. Depending on your interests, we also visit the WWI memorials of Vimy or the city of Arras. 6 Ruyaulcourt: Today, Johanna follows the Canal du Nord to the tunnel entrance of Ruyaulcourt. Meanwhile you visit the city of Saint-Quentin and the famous tunnel of Riqueval. Return across the Hindenburg Line to rejoin the ship for a hearty dinner in our quiet stop near Herrie. 7 Péronne: After we have gone trough the tunnel of Ruyaulcourt, we reach our next port of Péronne. Here we visit the memorial of the Great War or explore the beautiful meandering Somme river to Frise, Éclusier-Vaux or Cappy (direction Amiens). An excursion to the lively historic city of Amiens is another possibility. 8 Noyon: Circular town with Gallo-Roman ramparts and Medieval walls where Charlemagne was crowned, Hugo Capet was consecrated, where the future king Louis XVI married Marie- Antoinette and where Calvin was born. 9 Compiegne: beautiful flowered city with a rich history. Here Jeanne d Arc was captured by the Bourguignons on mai 24, The 1918 Armistice was signed in the woods nearby ending the first World War. 10 St-Leu d Esserent: From Compiegne passing trough Pont-Sainte-Maxence and Creil, we arrive at a very quiet mooring place in St-Leu d Esserent with it s beautiful abbey and church. Guided excursion to nearby Creil. 11 Pontoise: From our mooring on the Oise river, you can look up at the old ramparts and the museum of the impressionist painter Pissarro. The North and South of the cathedral of St Maclou have been restored in 2014 and 2015 to their former beauty. We also try to arrange a visit to the underground cellars and caves. 12 Bougival: From Pontoise to Conflans-Sainte- Honorine (where our ships horn was made). Here we come on the river Seine which we sail upwards to Bougival on the outskirts of Paris. Versailles is only a 25 minutes drive away! 13 Paris: Entering Paris on the Seine river, we pass the Eiffel tower, Louvre, Notre Dame and the Canal Saint Martin to arrive at our mooring at La Vilette. Sit back on the sun deck and enjoy! (And don't forget your camera!!!) 14 Paris: Farewell after breakfast.

5 Champagne tour Reims to Château-Thierry An enchanting journey between history and vineyards, amidst beauty and delightful bubbles. Visit cathedrals and wine cellars or WWI memorials. Take your time and enjoy your day on the sundeck. Finish it with a sumptuous dinner on board Reims: Pick-up at central meeting point and transport to our mooring place in Reims. Welcome on board. Evening visit to Reims' eluminated cathedral Billy-le-Grand: After breakfast, we sail to the tunnel of Billy-le-Grand. Guided visit trough the vineyards of the Reims mountains to the Phare de Verzenay and the dwarf beeches of Verzy Condé-sur-Marne: Going down the 8 locks to Condé-sur-Marne is a special experience. Afternoon excursion to Chalons en Champagne Epernay: The capital city of the Champagne region where the big Houses have their cellars. Excursion to Hautvillers where Dom Perignon invented the bubbly drink. Visit to one of the big cellars and also to a small champagne house for a personal tasting in a family environment, presenting you very special wines Dormans: We finaly sail on the river Marne with the vineyards visible above us. At the foot of the statue of pope Urbanus II, who called for the first crusade, you have a wonderful view on the river Marne with the Reims mountains in your back. At Dormans, we visit a local snail farm Château-Thierry: We enter Picardy region, following the meandering Marne to our final destination Château-Thierry. To the West is the American WWI Monument. More to the North is the Belleau Wood memorial site. Or you can choose for an excursion to Conde-en-Brie with its historic castle, halles, church and old washing facilities Château Thierry: Farewel after breakfast. Return to central drop-off point in Reims. Optional excursions: - Hot air balloon over the area. (Weather permitting) - Visit of the Reims mountains in old timer Citroën 2CV. On alternate weeks, route in reverse direction.

6 Haute Seine to Montargis Our charming hotel barge Johanna takes you along one of the oldest waterways of France through the unspoilt countryside of the Gatinais, the flower- and breadbasket of Paris. Along the route, we discover castles and cathedrals, ancient locks and sleepy little villages. -1 Évry: Pick-up at central point in Paris and transport to our mooring place in Evry. The capital of the Essonne department has a very modern cathedral with 20 trees on the roof. Welcome aboard. -3 Melun: Make a historic discovery tour of the city along the signed walking trail. Visit the castle of Vaux le Vicomte that was built by the same architects that later designed Versailles. And as we are in the Brie cheese region, taste the Brie de Melun. -4 Moret-sur-Loing: Home of the impressionist painter Alfred Sisley, the village is still as picturesque as ever. The castle of Fontainebleau is only 9 km away and more than worth a visit. It was the hunting castle of many French kings and residence of Napoleon. -5 Nemours: Moored in the center of this medieval city, we visit the XII century castle (now museum), the church of Saint-John the baptist and the many small canals. -6 Neronville / Chateau Landon: The delightful medieval fortified town of Chateau Landon is the historic capital of the Counts of the Gâtinais and a former pilgrimage site. Perched on a rocky promontory, its old houses, monuments, towers and pretty terraced gardens form a very scenic picture with the narrow Fusain river flowing past below. Also not to be missed is Notre-Dame church and the fortress-like old royal abbey of Saint-Séverin. The area is further known for its white stone that was used to build the Sacré Coeur and other monuments in Paris. -6 Montargis: The town center has several notable sights to discover and is characterized by the canals and river that cross the town and provide much of its character. According to Montargis Tourist Office there are 131 of these bridges and canal crossings in the town, which they have affectionately called the 'Venice of the Gatinais'. -7 Montargis: Farewell after breakfast. Return to central drop-off point.

7 Canal de Briare & Upper Loire We are sailing on the oldest summit level canal in Europe, connecting the Loire and Seine valleys. In this region known as Le Gatinais (or "the garden of Paris"), the passing countryside of open fields, the picturesque winding waterways and the succession of many classic French villages never cease to amaze you on this relaxing and bucolic route. -1 Paris/Montargis: Welcome on board. The second largest city of the Loiret department, after Orleans, is also known as the Venice of the Gatinais. The town is criss-crossed with small canals with 131 bridges and an abundance of flowers. -2 Montcresson: After a short cruise experience, we stop at Montcresson to visit nearby Bellegarde with its castle of the 14-18th century. -3 Montbuoy: The typical french country-village of Montbouy, nested on the left bank of the Briare Canal, is full of history. Remains from antiquity are visible such as a Gallo-Roman amphitheater that could seat 6000 spectators. -4 Rogny-les-7-Ecluses: Picturesque village, known and named after the staircase of 7 locks that was in use from 1642 till 1887 on the original canal. Traces of the original canal can still be found in the area above the locks. -5 Ouzouer sur Trézee: On our route to Ouzouer, we make a stop at La Gazonne lock to visit the lakes that feed water to the summit pound of the canal. Visit the french style gardens of the Pont-Chevron castle with its 2 mosaics dating from the roman era. -6 Briare: a former medieval place that became a country little-known village. It developed during the reign of Henry IV who started the construction of the canal of «Loyre en Seine». Visit the nearby town of Gien with its well known faience factory and museum and the old Mantelot lock where ships used to cross the river before the canal bridge was built. -7 Châtillon-sur-Loire: After breakfast, we will cross the wild river Loire on the famous canal bridge of Briare to Châtillon-sur-Loire. Farewell and return to central drop-off point.

8 Le Pays du Brie Seine - Champagne Take the best of three worlds: Paris, Champagne and Brie. Combine it with a colorful nature and a slow pace. Top it with delicious fresh local food. That s what you get on this relaxing 7 day cruise from the Seine to Château Thierry. And then we haven t even mentioned to visit the memorials of both world wars. -1 Paris / Evry: Transport from central meeting point to our mooring in Evry. Welcome on board. We hope you had a nice visit of Paris already, or that you will stay a few more days after the cruise. -2 Lagny: The surroundings quickly change once we leave the Seine river for the Marne and life becomes more relaxed. In the early afternoon, we arrive in the medieval city of Lagny. -3 Meaux: Know for its famous Brie cheese and mustard, Meaux also has a lot of interesting historic buildings to visit: cathedral, bishop s palace, the old chapter, Bossuet garden, old city center Meaux: Additional day in Meaux to let us visit a Brie factory and the WWI museum or more distant places like the American monument commemorating the Battle of the Marne (Sept. 4-13, 1914). -5 La Ferté sous Jouarre: Old center of production of millstones. Some 500 discarded millstones were used to build a quay on the Marne. Other places of interest are the city hall, church and British memorial of the 1st world war. -6 Château-Thierry: Birthplace of Jean de la Fontaine, 17 th century poet and fabulist. With its medieval castle, American war monument, former hospital holding the Hôtel-Dieu s treasure, 15 th century church and protestant church, Château-Thierry is a many-sided city. The vineyards on the surrounding hills offer changing colors, depending on the season, but their beauty is constant. Visit the Champagne cellars dating from the Middle Ages to understand how this precious nectar is made in a mythical setting. -7 Château-Thierry/ Paris: Farewell after breakfast and return to central drop-off point.

9 Discover Belgium the relaxing way In Belgium, the hotel barge Johanna cruises on the rivers and canals with the historic city of Bruges as hometown. On her different routes, you visit medieval towns and picturesque villages, abbeys and cathedrals, in between passing along green meadows and yellow cornfields... Visit Belgium and taste the famous beers, savour the delicious chocolate and discover the diverse local cuisine. Your private cruise on Johanna is just one long relaxing journey full of pleasant moments while enjoying daily new culinary and cultural experiences. Belgium cruising areas - Flanders Fields. Discovering the World War I area from Bruges via Ypres to Veurne. - Chocolate and Beer. Cruising from Veurne to Bruges while tasting the best Belgian beers and chocolates on board, in breweries and factories. - Art Cities. Visit Bruges, Ghent, Mechelen and Leuven, their museums and Unesco heritage sites. (Cruise on request) - Ships elevators. A discovery cruise from Bruges to Halle (Brussels) along less known cities like Oudenaarde and Doornik and historic hydraulic architecture of locks, elevators and inclined planes. (Cruise on request)

10 Flanders Fields route Day 1 : Day 2 : Day 3 : Day 4 : Day 5 : Day 6 : Day 7 : Bruges, welcome on board. Historic city center UNESCO world heritage. Nieuwpoort. Visit the locks that flooded the area King Albert I monument and museum,... Diksmuide. Ysertower and Trenches of Death. Option: helicopter flight above the war area. Ypres. Flanders Fields museum Last Post at Menin gate (20h) Dinner at local restaurant. Ypres, Day visit Biking through the war region or minibus battlefield-tour. Veurne Visit the experience center Life of the Belgian soldier behind the frontline. Veurne, farewell after breakfast. Return to Bruges drop-off point.

11 Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: Day 4: Day 5: Day 6: Day 7: Chocolate & Beer route Veurne, welcome on board. Come and taste the Veurne babelutten and visit the Cho-Ka-Tee shop. Ypres. Last post at Menen Gate (20h) Ypres, Day visit - Option 1: Beer tour with visit of Hopmuseum in Poperinge, taste the best beer in the world at Westvleteren abbey and visit Jules Destrooper biscuit factory in Lo. - Option 2: Day trip with minibus to Ypres Salient, Poperinge and Westvleteren. - Option 3: Plan your own day with all the information available on board: walking on the Ypres ramparts, biking to the Flemish hills, visit musea of World War I,... Diksmuide. Visit Van Nevel chocolate factory and tasting of local beer de Papegaai. Explore the small city on a marked walking trail Yzer tower and Trenches of Death commemorate World War I Nieuwpoort Explore the Belgian coast, the Nieuwpoort pier and the fish market. Relax on a terras and taste a trappist beer with fresh gray shrimps. Take a view on the locks and country from high on the Albert I monument. Bruges Make a horse drawn carriage ride through this UNESCO world heritage city. Bruges, farewell after breakfast.

12 Art Cities route (tide permitting, on request) Day 1: Day 2: Day 3: Day 4: Day 5: Day 6: Day 7 : Bruges, welcome on board. Today you can visit this Unesco heritage city with its belfry, churches, statue of Michelangelo, small canals, picturesque squares, fish market, city brewery, etc Ghent. Enjoy the atmosphere at the Graslei or the Patershol with its small restaurants. Ghent, Day visit Visit St Bavo s Cathedral, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Caermersklooster where you can see the restauration of the Mystic Lamb by Van Eyck. SMAK museum of contemporary art. Dendermonde. Townhall in Flemish Medieval architecture. Belfry tower and carillon. Mechelen Have a walk along the Dijle river in the city center. Why not climb the St Rombouts tower? Leuven Museum M, contemporary art at it s best. Gothic city hall on Great market. Great Beguinage, Unesco world heritage. Old Market: largest concentration of pubs in this renowned university city. Leuven, farewell after breakfast. Drop-off Brussels. On alternate weeks in opposite direction (Leuven - Bruges).

13 Day 1 : Day 2 : Day 3 : Day 4 : Day 5 : Day 6 : Day 7 : Day 8 : Ship Elevators route (8d, on request) Bruges, welcome on board. Don't leave this city without making a horse drawn carriage ride. Ghent. Discover Ghent, historic buildings, musea and churches and the lively Patershol. Oudenaarde Oudenaarde belfry and city hall are Unesco world heritage sites Museum of wall tapestry and of the Flemish Ardennes On request: Oudenaarde by night 2h guided walk. Doornik Historic city since the 5th century with Clovis, 1st king of Franks Beautiful belfry and cathedral Fine Art museum in Art Nouveau style by architect Victor Horta Works of Manet, Monet, Seurat, Van Gogh... Blaton Excursion to the Chateau of Beloeil along the picturesque canal Blaton-Ath. Thieu Visit the 4 historic ship elevators and the new 73m high elevator that replaces them. Halle Passing the elevator of Thieu, the inclined plane of Ronquières and the deepest lock (13.3m) of Belgium in Ittre. Halle, farewell after breakfast. Drop off in nearby Brussels On alternate weeks in opposite direction (Halle - Bruges)

14 Cruises on request for Individuals, Small groups, Tour operators, Travel agents, Companies... As a small, family-operated venture, we are very flexible. Our ship Johanna can sail on almost all navigable rivers and canals of Belgium, the Netherlands and France. We can accommodate 6 people overnight, and up to a maximum of 12 on daytime trips. During the summer season from April till October, we offer 7 day thematic cruises in Belgium and France. On request, routes can be changed, shortened or extended. For long time charters, alternative routes can be offered. We try to find a solution to all your requests. From October till end of March, the ship can be booked for any route and period, except for sailing on sundays and public holidays when locks and bridges on some waterways are not operated. When there are no bookings for a longer period, we offer B&B in Brugge. Meetings, Incentives, Events... Just a few ideas and possibilities: - Small management or business meeting in a quiet environment. - Incentive trips for your best customers or sales people. - Accommodation and meeting room for small event organisers. - Room for presenting your new product or next season collection. - Promotional tour: traveling advertising and/or event. - Your imagination is our challenge...

15 Life on board A typical day would start with breakfast around 8. It is served as a buffet, so you can take what you like, be it coffee or tea, rolls or toast or cereals, eggs or jam, cheese, ham We try to leave at 9 for some 4 to 6 hours of slow cruising to our next destination. Most will want to stay on board and enjoy the scenery while having a chat on the sundeck with some tea or coffee and a biscuit at 10. Our more sporty guests can take a bike to cycle to our next mooring place, in between visiting local villages, wineries and other interesting places. Depending on the locks to operate, a light lunch is served between 12 and 13h. In the early afternoon when we arrive at our next mooring place, we offer local guided excursions with minibus. Bikes are at your disposal for those that prefer a more challenging day. A 3 course dinner is served at 20 h,on the sundeck if weather permitting. Some sample menus Cappuccino of asparagus Rabbit stew with beer, sour cherries and mashed potatoes Iced coffee with Belgian chocolates Coffee and thee Salad of crushed cherry tomatoes and olives Veal skewers with cheese and rosemary Selection of pastries Coffee and thee

16 KR-line P.O. box Bruges Belgium Tel/mobile: +32 (0) Kr-line: Relaxing barge cruises on the rivers and canals of Belgium and France A barge cruise on board Johanna is a way of travelling where relaxation and rest are key. On the water you're 100% away from the whirlwind of everyday life, you enjoy nature and everything that happens on and around the water. A barge cruise means you are experiencing the world from the water. The Johanna is leading you from one location to another, offering you a boat holiday full of discovery, variation, history and culture. Nature is really close, giving you the possibility to interact with air, water, plant and animal. Life on board Our customers are adults and children. As it isn t not possible to put extra beds in the cabins, children will get their own cabin. Children -12 year get a 10% reduction. Pets Having a cat of our own on board, we can t allow other pets. Although the cabins are off-limit for the cat, guests with allergies have to take into account it s presence onboard. Spoken language Both Kris and Patsie speak English, French and Dutch. Kris also does speak German. Security The ship complies to all safety requirements and even exceeds them in many cases. As an ex-firefighter and paramedic, Kris has the necessary first aid certificates. Both are qualified skippers. Style On board there is a family atmosphere, we like to use first names. Leisure clothing is the dress-code. We strongly recommend to wear comfortable shoes, decks can be slippery and for the excursions they are most advisable too. High heels are not recommended at all. Smoking is only allowed on the sundeck, but please consider your fellow passengers. Luggage On board, storage room is limited. Don t bring too many clothes, but keep in mind the season and the variable climate. Foldable travel bags are more convenient than a suitcase. Other general information Bookings can be made by , telephone, letter or via a travel agency. A written confirmation and payment of 30% validates the reservation. No later than 90 days before departure date the full amount must be paid. The skipper has full responsibility and can, due to external circumstances, decide to change a cruise or provide an alternative program. Are included -All taxes and fees. - All meals on board, coffee and tea, drinks served at meals. -The use of bed linen and towels, Internet when in range. -Bicycles, helmets, gps and bike network maps. - Transport pick-up/drop-off at central meeting point (Paris). - Guided excursions in air-conditioned minibus + entrance fees. Are not included -Travel expenses to and from the ship or meeting point. -Travel and cancellation insurance (highly recommended) -Illness and personal accident insurance. -Drinks from the mini-bar. -Meals taken ashore. -Optional excursions. -Personal expenses. - Crew gratuities ( typical 2-5%) Typical day schedule on board: - boarding on first evening around 18 h, getting acquainted, dinner. - After breakfast, we sail for about 4-6 h, so you have plenty of time in the afternoon to visit the place where we arrive. Drinks - There is a central mini bar with soft drinks, wine and local beers. - There is no liquor in the mini bar and only a limited selection is available on request. - For safety reasons, alcohol and drug abuse is not tolerated and can lead to your removal from the ship.

17 General conditions Reservations, booking and payment: 1) The first person on the form, further called the client, signs the form and accepts these general conditions for all persons listed. 2) Except for special conditions, mentioned on the form and signed by both parties, only the general conditions mentioned below are applicable. 3) By signing the form, the client declares to have read and to accept the general conditions. 4) A reservation becomes a booking only after receipt of the signed reservation form and payment of 30% of the price. Upon receipts of the payment, a confirmation is sent by the skipper to the client. The full amount is due 90 days before departure of the cruise. If the balance is not paid in time, the booking is cancelled. 5) The skipper can refuse a booking without giving a motivation. Cancellation 6) If the client has to cancel the cruise, he informs the skipper immediately in writing. For a cancellation up to 90 days before departure, a minimum of 250 / person is charged. Cancelling less than 90 days before departure results in a repay of 50% of the deposited amount, but only on condition of new bookings. For a cancelling less than 30 days before departure no refund can be obtained and the full amount is due. 7) Changing the date after booing confirmation is received results in a cancellation except if the skipper can change the cruise to the new date. 8) If, for reasons beyond the control of the skipper, the ship is not available, he will try to find another ship with same capacity and comfort. If this is not possible, the full amount paid will be refunded without any additional compensation. 9) The skipper does all what is possible to make the cruise as planned. He has full responsibility and can, due to external circumstances, decide to change a cruise or provide an alternative program. He is not responsible and no remuneration or compensation is paid if the trip can not be made due to repairs, strikes, flooding, drought or other external conditions for which he can not be held responsible. 10) The skipper has the right to end the voyage for a person or group if this person or group endangers the ship, the equipment or other guests by not respecting the rules or advice of the skipper. For the same safety reasons, people under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be removed from the ship at the first possible stop. There will be no compensation for these interruptions of the cruise. Complaints and changes: 11) The skipper and crew do all possible to offer their guests a comfortable and relaxing cruise. In case the client has any complaints, he will report them to the skipper immediately with written details so the skipper can investigate and react accordingly. Complaints should be made within 28 days after the cruise to be accepted. 12) It is unlikely that a planned cruise must be changed. Sometimes, the skipper has to alter the voyage and he has the full right to do so. Alterations can be the change of route, change of dates, change of departure and arrival places, change of region to cruise. The skipper will inform the client as soon as possible of any of these changes. 13) In case of disputes, only Belgian law is applicable before the courts of Bruges or another court of choice of the skipper. The Dutch text of the general conditions has precedence over any translation. 14) Website and folders are made with care. The owners can not be held responsible for any errors, mistakes, or unforeseen changes. Insurances and price changes 15) There is an all-risk insurance for the ship and a civil liability insurance for the skipper and crew to the customers. There is no insurance for the civil liability or the personal belongings of the clients. A travel insurance is thus highly advisable. If the client has no travel insurance, he will not hold the skipper responsible for any costs involved in personal loss. 16) If between booking and departure date, prices increase for fuel, wages, transportation costs, taxes, harbour fees, the skipper has the right to increase the cruise price. Only price increases of 2% or more are calculated. After payment of the balance, no further price increases will be made. Payment information: Bank: Belfius Account: IBAN: BE Bank Identification: BIC: GKCCBEBB Holder: Kris Rotsaert Postbus Brugge Belgium

18 About the M/S Johanna 3 large, 10m², 110 sq ft. rooms with en suite bathroom. 32m², 340 sq ft. dining room with saloon and demonstration kitchen. 34m², 365 sq ft. sun deck with easy chairs and al fresco dining area.

19 KR-line P.O. box 19 tel: Bruges Belgium web: Cruise Calendar 2016 Date Route Remarks Apr Flanders Fields Apr Chocolate & Beer Apr Flanders Fields May 1-7 Chocolate & Beer May 8-21 Bruges - Paris (2 weeks) Booked full May Haute Seine - Montargis May 29 - Jun 4 Canal de Briare and Upper Loire June 5-11 Canal de Briare and Upper Loire Jun Montargis - Haute Seine Jun Haute Seine - Montargis Booked full Jun 26 - Jul 2 Montargis - Haute Seine Jul 3-9 Seine - Champagne, Pays du Brie Relocation cruise Jul Champagne Jul Champagne Jul Champagne Jul 31 - Aug 6 Champagne Aug 7-13 Champagne Aug Champagne Aug Champagne Aug 28 - Sep 3 Champagne Sep 4-10 Champagne Sep Champagne Sep Pays du Brie, return to Paris Sep 25 - Oct 8 Paris - Bruges (2 weeks) Oct 15 - Mar 17 B&B in Bruges

20 Price list 2016 Week trip (7 days, 6 nights, standard routes): Individual bookings 3/4 board KR-line P.O. Box 19 tel: Bruges info@kr-line.com Belgium web: Type of room Price per room Price per person Double / twin: $ 6,900 $ 3,450 Single supplement in double cabin: +30% (can be waived for groups of 3 or 5). 14 days Bruges-Paris $ 12,500 $ 6,250 Seine-Loire Prices based on double occupancy of the rooms. They include your stay on board, all meals taken onboard, drinks during meals, free coffee and thee, use of bikes, Wifi, taxes, excursions, pick-up and drop-off at central meeting point (Paris) 3/4 board: mini-bar drinks and 1 dinner/week taken in a local restaurant are not included. Charter of the whole ship 7 days: 3/4 board charter: $ 18,500 mini-bar + 1 dinner excluded. Full board charter: $ 22,500 all meals + drinks included. 14 days: 3/4 board charter: $ 33,500 Full board charter: $ 40,750 Prices for charter of the whole ship on standard routes, independent of number of passengers (max. 6 p). Further conditions are the same as for individual bookings. Prices in US $, valid for bookings trough 2016 Other package deals on request: - Midweek charter (Monday evening - Friday morning), 3 d sailing, max 6 pers. $ 12,500 - Weekend charter (Saturday morning - Sunday evening), max 6 pers. $ 6,300 Included: room, meals, drinks during meals, use of bikes. Separate bookings, out-of-season (Oct-Mar): - Full day charter, max 6 h sailing: $ 1,500 - Half day charter, max 3 h sailing: $ 1,250 Additional hour sailing: $ Day charter without sailing: $ 1,125 Meals and drinks on board are NOT included! Bed and Breakfast in Bruges (B&B, October - March): Weekend (Friday - Saturday) per room per night (1 or 2 pers.) 150 Week (Sunday - Thursday) per room per night (1 or 2 pers.) 120